In response to the escalating situation, Iraq has provided substantial aid to Lebanon, dispatching 150 tons of food and assistance since the conflict began.

Iraq's migration and displacement ministry has confirmed the influx of refugees, referring to them as 'guests of Iraq'.

The ongoing conflict has led to significant casualties in Lebanon, with reports indicating 2,653 deaths and 12,360 injuries according to the Lebanese health ministry.

As of late October 2024, over 13,000 Lebanese refugees have fled to Iraq to escape intensified Israeli strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Lebanon is facing a severe humanitarian crisis, with nearly 1.2 million people displaced, amounting to about a quarter of the country's population, as highlighted by caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati.

The al-Qaim border crossing between Iraq and Syria is witnessing daily entries of five to ten buses carrying Lebanese refugees.

The Iraqi Ministry of Education is planning to implement Lebanese educational curricula to accommodate the growing number of refugees in the country.

Israeli military operations are primarily targeting Hezbollah positions in Lebanon, following a prolonged year of conflict in the Gaza Strip.

To support the Lebanese refugees, the Iraqi government has allocated a budget of 3 billion dinars (approximately $2.27 million) and continues to classify them as 'guests of Iraq'.

The conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties in Lebanon, with the latest reports indicating 2,464 fatalities and 11,530 injuries due to Israeli bombardments.

Currently, around 8,000 of the refugees are residing in Karbala, with additional groups settled in Baghdad, Najaf, and Salahaddin provinces.